Human Resource and Payroll Officer at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

About the position

Our client based in Springfield Park, Durban is looking for a HR and Payroll Officer to join their team.

We are seeking a meticulous and well-organized Payroll & HR Officer to manage payroll processes and provide generalist HR support. This role is ideal for someone who understands the intricacies of South African labour legislation and enjoys working in a dynamic, people-focused environment.

Payroll:

• Administer and process payroll accurately using PSIBer software.
  
• Calculate hours worked from manual clocking sheets, including normal time and overtime.
  
• Ensure compliance with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
  
• Manage leave and sick leave records.
  
• Liaise with accountants for statutory returns, IRP5s, and Workmen’s Compensation submissions.
  

Human Resources:

• Work closely with LabourNet on labour relations, including disciplinary procedures and CCMA matters.
  
• Issue verbal and written warnings when required.
  
• Assist in drawing up employment contracts (short-term and permanent).
  
• Support Employment Equity (EE) submissions in collaboration with LabourNet.
  
• Coordinate and track annual training plans.
  
• Liaise with supervisors and support line management in day-to-day HR matters.
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in payroll administration and basic HR functions.
  
• Solid understanding of BCEA and other relevant South African labour laws.
  
• Familiarity with PSIBer or similar payroll systems.
  
• Experience working with clocking systems and manual time sheets.
  
• Knowledge of Employment Equity and disciplinary procedures.
  
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail.
  
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
  

·        Working hours from 8.00 to 14.00 or 07.00 to 13.00

Desired Skills:

• Psiber
• HR
• Payroll
• BCEA

Desired Qualification Level:

• Grade 12 / Matric

About The Employer:

We are passionate professionals driven to provide Payroll and HR solutions that deliver true business value to your organisation. 
Our proven track record and expertise will enable you to maximise your return on investment on any Sage Payroll & HR implementation. 

Partner with a Talent Team that suits your customised needs. Recruiting top talent is a powerful and reliable foundation of strength in any business. When partnered with the best recruitment team, it’s an opportunity for long-term growth, and can bring companies a competitive advantage in their industry. 

Red Ember Technology is a Certified Sage Platinum Business Partner, here to support any Sage client with the extra value-added services to complement and support their Sage products. 
The Red Ember Recruitment team has combined Payroll, HR and Finance industry-specific experience, customised to the Sage products, as well as vast experience supporting various other products and industries. 
Red Ember Recruitment can assist on any level of recruitment, from Interns to Executive placements, bulk recruitment, response handling, or specialised headhunting.